frequently asked questions
At Lacasse Counselling, we understand that starting therapy can come with many questions, so we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions about our services
1
How long does each therapy session last?
Sessions vary in length depending on the type of service. Individual therapy sessions are 50 minutes long, while couples therapy sessions are 60 minutes.
2
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy varies depending on the therapist’s experience and the services they provide. Fees range from $160 to $245 per hour. During student placement periods, therapy is available at a rate of $125 per hour. All students are carefully selected based on their strong understanding of therapeutic practices and are closely supervised.
3
Are your services covered by insurance?
Insurance coverage for psychotherapy services varies by provider. We recommend contacting your insurance company to confirm whether your plan includes coverage for psychotherapy before beginning therapy just to be sure!
4
Where is your practice located?
Our clinic is located on Pretoria Avenue in the beautiful Glebe neighborhood of Ottawa.
5
Is parking available?
There is no onsite parking; however, there is usually ample street parking available on the surrounding streets. Additionally, a parking lot run by the City of Ottawa is located at the corner of Bank Street and Chamberlain Avenue.
6
Do you offer therapy in languages other than English?
Yes, we offer therapy sessions in both English and French.
8
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we pleased to be able to provide online therapy sessions through the secure JaneApp platform.
9
What is Psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is defined by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario as when a "Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and client enter into a psychotherapeutic relationship where both work together to bring about positive change in the client’s thinking, feeling, behaviour and social functioning."
